World Plumbing Day – 11 March
Did you know that there is a day dedicated to plumbing every year? It always takes place on 11 March and is celebrated worldwide. You might wonder why this day has been started and what happens on this day? Regardless of whether you have a reliable plumber or have found it difficult to find […]
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Modern Ceiling Designs
There are certain rooms in the home that encourage relaxation, from our bedrooms and lounges to our bathrooms. Sumptuous beds, squishy sofas and roomy bath tubs all invite us to get horizontal and take time-out from our busy lives. As we lie there contemplating life, our ceilings stare back at us. Whilst there’s nothing wrong […]
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Get creative with Victorian geometric tiles
Encaustic and Victorian geometric tiles look amazing when used to create pathways, or when used as flooring in hallways and interiors in general. But why stick to the norm when you can put your own spin on how they work in your room design? Create the ‘rug effect’ We all know how annoying loose […]
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Tiny House Nation
Down-sizing to the max Reality TV’s latest programme takes on tiny homes in Tiny House Nation about Americans down-sizing to the extreme. It seems this is more than just a concept for television, there’s a whole movement called the Tiny House Movement which is hosting a Tiny House Conference in Portland, Oregon in April! […]
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Show Time
Yes as we head into spring – well we hope we will be soon – it’s time to think about makeovers for the home and garden. As usual this year’s Ideal Home Show will be ready with lots to inspire us. The show takes place between 20 March and 6 April at Olympia in […]
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Japanese and UK inventions for the bathroom
There is nothing like laying back and relaxing in the bath. The trouble is that many of us cannot bear to be parted from our cell phone even for the time it takes to have a bath. Technology has certainly taken over our lives and it seems we can’t switch off from it. Our […]
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Natural bath products
Most of us love soaking in the bath with lovely smelling products. It makes us feel good. Of course there are a huge range of bath-time ‘smellies’ to choose from too ranging from household named products found on every supermarket shelf to more indulgent ones. The ‘natural’ product ranges have also gained in popularity […]
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A guide to enjoying Read in the Bathtub Day
Did you know there is a Read in the Bathtub Day? Well there is and it’s on Monday 9th February. So, if you ever feel the need to justify time spent wallowing in the bath with a good book, this day is for you. If you’re going to make the most of this day […]
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Bathroom Lighting Solutions
Whether you’re looking for lighting to create a relaxing ambience for your bathing pleasure or to light your way to the loo, we’ve put together some tips to help you show your bathroom in its best possible light. Task Lighting Overhead lighting, either via spotlights or a central light, is essential in the bathroom […]
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Privacy in the bathroom: ideas for obscuring the view
What do we want from our bathroom window treatments? Privacy, light, style and endurance. Not much then. Whatever window covering we opt for, we expect it to allow plenty of light in and keep our ‘privates’ completely private. Not to mention endure heat and moisture whilst retaining its good looks and adding to the […]
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